Welcome to the fastest-growing sport in the world. Padel is highly addictive, incredibly social, and famously easy to pick up.
A question we hear often is - what is the difference between padel and tennis? While they share some similarities, padel is uniquely designed for longer rallies and more strategy over pure physical power.
Padel courts are about a third of the size of a tennis court and are enclosed by glass walls and metallic mesh.
Padel uses smaller, solid rackets that are closer to the hand, making it much easier to control the ball.
The ball can bounce off the glass walls, keeping the ball in play longer and making the game incredibly dynamic.
Always underhand, completely removing the frustration of double-faulting with an overhead tennis serve.
Don't let the glass walls intimidate you. It takes less than five minutes to learn the basic rules of padel.
Partners don't split into a diagonal like tennis — they move together, at the same depth, shifting side to side as a unit to close gaps down the middle and protect the open sideline.
When serving, hitting the ball above waist height is illegal, the same way a foot-fault is illegal in tennis.
Before a return can touch any wall, it must first bounce on the court floor.
Points are counted as 15, 30, 40, and Game. If the score reaches 40-40 (deuce), a team must win by two clear points to take the game.
Get ready for yout first match
To help you step onto the court with confidence, we offer pressure-free programs designed specifically for new players. You don't need any prior experience or your own equipment to jump in - we provide everything.
Choose our 60-minute Introduction to Padel taster class for a quick, fun rundown of the basics, or join the multi-class Padel Fast Track course to build the technical and tactical foundation needed to confidently join our open matches and social mix-ins.
We use the world’s leading racket sports app to make booking frictionless. Follow our simple instructions to use the Playtomic app:
Once you’re set up, view our live calendar to find your first beginner session.
Install the Playtomic app.
Register with Google, FB or email.
Choose "Book a court" or other activity.
Tap the heart to save us as your home club.
Install the Playtomic app.
Register with Google, FB or email.
Choose "Book a court" or other activity.
Tap the heart to save us as your home club.
Click 'Book a court' on top of the screen
Search for “Just Padel Derby”
Choose a date a time you want to play
Pick one of the available courts
Click 'Book a court' on top of the screen
Search for “Just Padel Derby”
Choose a date a time you want to play
Pick one of the available courts
Click the 'Learn' icon on top of the screen
Search for “Just Padel Derby” in the search bar.
Choose a session/class from the list that appears.
Tap to see details and continue with payment.
Click the 'Learn' icon on top of the screen
Search for “Just Padel Derby” in the search bar.
Choose a session/class from the list that appears.
Tap to see details and continue with payment.
Everything You Need to Play Today
You do not need to invest in expensive gear on day one. We always recommend renting equipment directly from our front desk for your first few games.
When you are ready to make a purchase, our coaching team is here to help. Our pro shop stocks the best padel racket for complete beginners, featuring fiberglass surfaces and oversized round heads for a massive sweet spot.
Got more questions? Head to our Contact page to give us a call or drop us a message.
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All bookings are handled seamlessly through the Playtomic app. Simply download the app, search for Just Padel in Derby, and you will have instant access to our live calendar to book your beginner padel taster sessions or reserve a court.
Absolutely. Padel is played exclusively in doubles on a court much smaller than a tennis court, meaning there is less ground to cover. The game relies far more on strategy, positioning, and teamwork than pure physical stamina, making it incredibly accessible for all ages and fitness levels.
Yes, we run dedicated FREE Kids Sessions. These are fun sessions designed specifically to help younger players build confidence and learn basic racket skills.
You do not need to bring your own group! You can book onto our beginner padel introduction sessions Derby, where we pair you up with other new players. You can also use the Playtomic app to join open matches and meet the community.
Comfort is key. Standard gym wear or activewear is perfect. For footwear, your everyday running shoes or trainers will work perfectly for your first game.
Absolutely. We provide premium changing rooms and showers for all players. After your match, you can relax in our Cafe & Bar, which offers fresh snacks, coffee, and other drinks.
Join hundreds of locals who have already fallen in love with the game. Sign up for one of our friendly, low-pressure beginner padel taster sessions Derby today.
Padel. Together.
